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The quiet resurgence of RF engineering

atempleton.bearblog.dev

RF engineering, a field that was once considered niche, is experiencing a resurgence in the aerospace industry. This resurgence is driven by the atas of emerging technologies such as 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT), which require high-frequency wireless communication systems. As a result, companies are seeking skilled RF engineers to design and develop these systems, leading to an increased demand for professionals with expertise in this field.

Networking changes coming in macOS 27

eclecticlight.co

Apple is planning to introduce significant changes to the networking features in macOS 27. The exact details of these changes are not yet clear, but they are expected to have a substantial impact on how users interact with their devices and the internet.

China blocks Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus

cnbc.com

China has blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, a Singaporean AI startup with Chinese roots. The decision was made by Chinese authorities, citing unspecified reasons. Meta had been seeking to acquire Manus to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities.

Men who stare at walls

alexselimov.com

A self-improvement routine that involves staring at a wall for a set period of time has been reported to be effective in improving focus and productivity. The routine, which was inspired by a video by Simple Lucas, involves avoiding screens and entertainment when working and taking breaks to stare at a wall to recover focus.

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